IPL Photo Rejuvenation

IPL Photo Rejuvenation - Charlotte, NC

Overview

Intense Pulse Light (IPL) Photo Rejuvenation is a laser skin rejuvenation treatment that is used to mainly treat aged and sun-damaged skin by smoothing out rough or uneven texture, reducing age and sunspots and correcting uneven skin tone. Charlotte plastic surgeon, Dr. Vincent Voci, uses the newest generation IPL machine to perform this noninvasive treatment to also treat acne scars, rosacea and broken capillaries. IPL has proven to be safe and effective on the face, neck, hands and chest. While some patients only require one treatment, severely damaged skin may require several treatments.

Procedure Information

Before the laser treatment begins, a cold gel is applied to the area being treated, and patients are given protective eyewear to wear throughout the procedure. Using the IPL hand piece, the physician pulses light to the skin’s surface. Without damaging the skin, the laser is absorbed by the dilated vessels or pigmentation. The heat from the laser causes damage to the vessel or lesion, so the body begins a natural healing process. After the treatment is complete, patients can immediately return to normal activities. Redness or blotchiness may last for up to 1-2 hours after the procedure.

Reviews

"I love going to the Voci Center...I am always active in the community, on television, on stage, on runways, and social elite gatherings and I know that I will be looking my best because of Voci Center. It is just like buying an outfit to go out ..you must have shoes, dress, hair, make up, voci center complete and then you are ready."

- R.M. / Facebook / May 11, 2015

"Dr. Voci and his staff are simply amazing!! Dr Voci himself is, just an amazing surgeon. He truely cares about his patients and giving them the best that he can!!"

- R.C. / Google / Feb 12, 2018

"I’ll start by saying this first, the staff at Dr.Voci’s office are wonderful. These ladies make you feel so comfortable and welcomed from check in to check out. As for Dr. Voci, he is one of the best Drs I have ever worked with. He is professional, personable, energetic all the time and makes you feel so comfortable. He listens to your needs and wants and will go above and beyond to meet them. He actually cares about his patients and gives you his undivided attention when he is with you. I have NEVER felt like he was rushing to get done with my visit so he could move on to his next patient. He really does care about his patients. Dr. Voci thank you for everything you do, for who you are and for providing excellent professional services. Malisa"

- M.B. / Google / Jan 08, 2018

"Dr. Voci is one of the kindest and most personable doctors I have ever known. His expertise and many years of experience keep us all looking our best. Don't even consider going anywhere else for treatments!"

- D.K. / Facebook / Dec 04, 2017

"Incredible facility, everyone is super nice! No stuffiness here... You'll be treated like family and Dr. Voci's experience is unparalleled, so you can feel confident you are literally in good hands!!"

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What to Expect

A physician or trained medical staff member can perform an IPL Photo Rejuvenation laser treatment on patients. The procedure is gentle, safe and non-invasive, which allows for little to no recovery time. A full series of the laser treatment includes 3 to 4 sessions, with each session lasting 20 minutes every 3 weeks. Some patients may experience a slight sting, similar to the snapping of a rubber band, while the skin is being treated. All IPL treatments are customized to each patient’s skin type and condition to provide the best possible, long-lasting results.

IPL Photo Rejuvenation FAQs

Quick Results?

Improvement can be seen after each treatment, but the best results can be seen a month after a full series of treatments is completed. It’s common for patients to respond differently to each treatment session. Patients will see a gradual improvement of redness, blotchiness, sunspots and age spots over time.

Side Effects?

Most patients experience mild side effects like temporary swelling, redness, crusting, bruising or superficial blisters. These subside within a day or two after the procedure.

Do I Need to Prep for IPL?

Patients about to undergo an IPL laser treatment are usually asked to avoid self-tanners and excessive sun for 2 to 4 weeks prior to the procedure. They should discontinue the use of minocycline, tetracycline, doxycycline or Retin-A/Renova several days before each treatment, and may be asked to take aspirin or ibuprofen a week before the procedure to help prevent bruising. Patients should also protect the treated areas with sunscreen between sessions.

Are Patients Sun Sensitive?

Patients will not be sun sensitive, but they should keep in mind that excessive sun exposure will affect the results of the procedure. Patients should always wear sunscreen to protect their skin, and decrease the appearance of redness, brown spots, wrinkles and skin cancer.

Why so Many Sessions?

A full series of IPL Photo Rejuvenation sessions are required in order to provide gradual, natural-looking improvement with little to no risk of the patient’s safety. Multiple sessions also allow for longer-lasting results.